The cheapest and fastest trains from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich
Cheapest price
£143
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £143.
To travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich you need to make at least 3 changes.
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · EV EV6 26213 | 26213 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · EV EV6 26215 | 26215 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · EV EV6 26211 | 26211 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · EV EV6 26217 | 26217 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · EV EV6 26209 | 26209 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · EV EV6 26213 | 26213 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · EV EV6 26215 | 26215 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · EV EV6 26211 | 26211 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · EV EV6 26217 | 26217 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · EV EV6 26209 | 26209 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 205 km
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£116 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £345 Average Price |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich trains for today, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R MBX 18995 | 18995 · EV EV6 26231 | 26231 · IR 90 1834 | 1834 · IC 1 737 | 737 | 18:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 22:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18995 | 18995 · EV EV6 26231 | 26231 · IR 90 1834 | 1834 · IC 1 737 | 737 | 18:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h32 | 22:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18995 | 18995 · EV EV6 26231 | 26231 · IR 90 1834 | 1834 · IC 1 737 | 737 | 18:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h12 | 22:31 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18997 | 18997 · EV EV6 26233 | 26233 · IR 90 1836 | 1836 · IC 5 543 | 543 | 19:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h50 | 00:14 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18997 | 18997 · EV EV6 26233 | 26233 · IR 90 1836 | 1836 · IC 5 543 | 543 | 19:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 8h16 | 03:40 Zürich Oerlikon | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18997 | 18997 · EV EV6 26233 | 26233 · IR 90 1836 | 1836 · IR 15 2541 | 2541 | 19:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h42 | 00:06 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18997 | 18997 · EV EV6 26233 | 26233 · IR 90 1836 | 1836 · IC 5 543 | 543 | 19:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 8h26 | 03:50 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18999 | 18999 · EV EV6 26235 | 26235 · IR 95 1738 | 1738 · IC 51 1645 | 1645 | 20:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 9h18 | 05:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 5 changes | |
R MBX 18999 | 18999 · EV EV6 26235 | 26235 · IR 95 1738 | 1738 · IR 15 2505 | 2505 | 20:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 10h18 | 06:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18999 | 18999 · EV EV6 26235 | 26235 · IR 95 1738 | 1738 · IC 51 1645 | 1645 | 20:24 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 9h20 | 05:44 Zurich Altstetten | 5 changes | |
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · EV EV6 26209 | 26209 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 07:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 11:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · EV EV6 26209 | 26209 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 07:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 11:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · EV EV6 26209 | 26209 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 07:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 11:28 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · EV EV6 26211 | 26211 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717 | 08:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 12:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · EV EV6 26211 | 26211 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717 | 08:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 12:28 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · EV EV6 26211 | 26211 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717 | 08:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 12:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · EV EV6 26213 | 26213 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719 | 09:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 13:28 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · EV EV6 26213 | 26213 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719 | 09:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 13:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · EV EV6 26213 | 26213 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719 | 09:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 13:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · EV EV6 26215 | 26215 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721 | 10:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 14:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · EV EV6 26215 | 26215 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721 | 10:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 14:28 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · EV EV6 26215 | 26215 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721 | 10:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 14:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · EV EV6 26217 | 26217 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723 | 11:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 15:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · EV EV6 26217 | 26217 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723 | 11:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 15:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · EV EV6 26217 | 26217 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723 | 11:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 15:28 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich
Trains from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 06:59 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, SNCF from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich trainsSBB, Trenitalia, SNCF trains will get you between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Zurich from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Zurich
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- La Calèche
- Le Panier des 4 Saisons
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le Morgane
- Hotel Mont-Blanc
- Alpina Eclectic Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
- The car park is open and available at the entrance to Chamonix.
- The Aiguille du Midi is a cable car station with access to the summit terrace at 3842m, offering views of Mont Blanc.
- Bus: Local bus services available to Chamonix
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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